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JULY 30, 2020
 
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Exclusive: OPEI CEO Kris Kiser discusses cancellation of 2020 GIE+EXPO
 
With yesterday's announcement that GIE+EXPO has been postponed to 2021, Landscape Management's Seth Jones spoke with Kris Kiser, CEO of OPEI, and asked him if GIE+EXPO is insured; if a virtual show was considered; and how the decision was ultimately made to cancel the event for 2020.
 
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GIE+EXPO postponed until 2021
 
Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and continued regulatory uncertainty, the 2020 GIE+EXPO was postponed until next year.
 
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Landscapes 2020 to be virtual
 
The National Association of Landscape Professionals' annual education conference, held in conjunction with GIE+EXPO, will be held virtually for 2020.
 
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The Greenery expands in upstate South Carolina
 
The Greenery acquired Rivertop Contracting's South Carolina Division, headquartered in Greenville, S.C. Find out more about the deal.
 
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The Grounds Guys marks strong first half with new locations, franchisees
 
The Grounds Guys awarded more than 15 new franchise agreements and opened almost 20 new locations from January to June of 2020. Learn more about the total size of the network.
 
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NALP forms Diversity and Inclusion Council
 
The NALP's new Diversity and Inclusion Council is meant to create initiatives with the goals of recruiting a more diverse membership, increasing engagement with members from underrepresented groups and building a more diverse leadership within the association.
 
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People on the News
 
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  INDUSTRY NEWS
 
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Arborjet, Ecologel launch program to help LCOs grow business
 
Arborjet and Ecologel's new Hydretain Advantage Program provides an opportunity for lawn care operators (LCOs) to grow their businesses while helping their customers combat dry spots, wilt, drought and watering restrictions, particularly during the driest months of the year.
 
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PBI-Gordon unveils new formulation for SpeedZone EW
 
PBI-Gordon released a new formulation for SpeedZone EW Broadleaf Herbicide that features an emulsion-in-water (EW) formulation.
 
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Tree Care Industry's Summit goes virtual
 
In lieu of an in-person expo, the Tree Care Industry Association will hold a virtual summit Jan. 13-15, 2021.
 
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Buyers Products updates crossover truck toolbox
 
Buyers Products revamped its crossover truck toolbox, designed to withstand harsh working conditions.
 
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Doosan Bobcat and Green Machine partner to produce electric compact excavators
 
Doosan Bobcat North America and Green Machine Equipment have teamed up to produce electric/hydraulic Bobcat compact excavators.
 
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Case releases next generation of SiteWatch telematics platform
 
The next generation of Case Construction Equipment’s SiteWatch telematics platform features an all-new dashboard, more intuitive navigation and new overview sections that spotlight critical information without requiring the user to search extensively for the data.
 
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FX Luminaire adds new HS wall light
 
FX Luminaire's new addition is a minimalist, low-profile HS recessed wall light that is designed to accommodate the shorter steps of contemporary hardscapes.
 
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Recommender: What's your preferred smart irrigation product and why?
 
Irrigation experts share their preferred smart irrigation products and explain why they're so beneficial for their company.
 
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  FROM OUR BLOG
 
Insights from LM's editors and landscape industry leaders
 
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Take time to measure and manage your business
 
Jeffrey Scott explains why it's so important for landscape companies to set aside time to measure and manage their business, no matter how busy they are.
 
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  FROM OUR MAGAZINE  
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Five Questions: Jerry Grutz
 
Seth Jones chats with Jerry Grutz, owner, Lawn Doctor of Madison (Wis.), Dubuque (Iowa) and La Crosse (Wis.), about how he got into the business, the best vacation he’s ever had and more.
 
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Skid-steer training success
 
Experts from ASV Holdings, Caterpillar, John Deere Construction & Forestry, Kubota and Vermeer provide insight on how design/build companies can properly train new skid-steer operators.
 
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